106TH ANNUAL CONVENTION & EXPO WAS A "ROARING" GOOD TIME!

Over 800 Nebraska REALTORS® attended our 106th Annual Convention & Exhibition at the Embassy Suites & Conference Center in La Vista on April 3 - 5. This year's theme was the Roaring Twenties and over 25 members dressed the part for our costume contest during The Fun Pianos Show at our Exhibition Reception Tuesday evening. We gave away big prizes to those in attendance! Thank you to all who attended and to all of our exhibitors!


Stay turned to your inbox for a Post-Convention Survey! If you attended, we want to hear your feedback!

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Riding a Blue Wave: Nebraska brings its members together with dinner, music and a huge dose of REALTOR® pride

REALTOR® blue swept through the center of the country April 3rd as hundreds of Nebraska REALTORS® turned out for an exciting Riding with the Brand event during our 2023 Convention & Expo in La Vista, Neb. The dinner event was a huge success, giving Nebraska REALTORS® a chance to connect, network, and learn more about the value of the REALTOR® brand, says state association President Doug Dohse.


The Swamp Boy Blues Band performed, and NAR First Vice President Kevin Sears joined the festivities, speaking briefly to thank Nebraska REALTORS®  for Riding with the Brand. Members enjoyed numerous branded photo opportunities with the Riding with the Brand swag, especially the motorcoach and motorcycle!


“The Nebraska REALTORS® Association has always been at the forefront of providing professional development opportunities for its members,” says Dohse, an agent with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Ambassador Real Estate in Omaha, Neb. “The Riding with the Brand event is a testament to the association’s commitment to creating unique and engaging experiences for our members.”

2023 REALTOR® OF THE YEAR, ANDY ALLOWAY

Congratulations to our 2023 REALTOR® of the Year Recipient, Andy Alloway of Nebraska Realty! Such a well deserved honor! Way to go, Andy! Presented by 2022 ROTY, Herb Freeman at our 106th Annual Convention & Exhibition.

OUR NRA TEAM IS GROWING!

Join us in welcoming Mary Daily to our Team as our new Education & Events Director!

 

Mary has been an educator in Nebraska and Colorado, working with many different grade levels, most recently as a High Ability teacher.  She has also worked as a grant coordinator writing proposals and planning events for Visual Arts Grants.  Mary has her Masters in Curriculum and Instruction and her Masters in Educational Leadership.


Join us in welcoming Jillian Dicke to our Team as our new Member Services Director!


Jillian is a recent graduate of the University of Nebraska, Lincoln where she majored in Marketing and minored in Sociology. Before joining the Nebraska REALTORS® Association team, she worked at White House Black Market retail store and as an Assistant at Radcliffe, Gilbertson & Brady Lobbying Firm. Join us in giving Jillian a warm welcome!

ARE THE HOME INSPECTORS YOU RECOMMEND ON THIS LIST?


Did you know that effective January 1st, 2023 all Home Inspectors in the State of Nebraska are to be registered with the Nebraska Secretary of State and maintain a $250,000 liability insurance policy?


Protect your clients and yourself by checking the list on this article by the Nebraska Real Estate Commission - nrec.nebraska.gov/whatsnew.html

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GRI 105: HOW TO WORK WITH INVESTORS AND BECOME A TOP-NOTCH INVESTOR YOURSELF

May 23 - 24 | 9 am - 4 pm

Zoom Virtual Course


$249.00 Member Price

Earn 12 'R' & PM Hours


ABOUT THE COURSE

Taught by Instructor Tom Lundstedt, this course concentrates on methods used to evaluate all types of investment properties, from small rentals to large commercial investments. Management of investment real estate, including tax benefits/drawbacks and financing is also covered in this course. Most people spend more time planning their family vacation than planning their bottom line and financial future– don’t be one of them. Let Tom show you how to plan for your financial future!

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PAST PRESIDENTS' SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY


Do you have a family member pursuing a degree in Business Administration or Construction Management? Are they a student at UNK, UNL or UNO? Are they a junior or senior in good standing or a post-graduate student in good standing seeking an advanced degree? If so, they are eligible to apply for the Nebraska REALTORS® Association Past Presidents' Scholarship!


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Application Deadline: May 31, 2023

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26TH

SAVE 40% OFF IN THE CE SHOP


Save 40% on all real estate products with The CE Shop on Wednesday, April 26th when you visit https://NebraskaRealtors.TheCEShop.Com 

USE PROMO CODE: RAIN

REDEEM OFFER NOW!

REMINDER: IT'S ALMOST TIME TO VOTE!


May local elections are coming up across Nebraska. Have you moved since the last election, or are you unsure if you are registered?


Check your voter registration here



Not registered to vote? 

Register here!



Election Officials Contact Information

NAR STATEMENT ON FHFA LLPA STRUCTURE CHANGES


Over the last few weeks, several media outlets have reported on the new Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) rule to increase fees on higher-credit borrowers while reducing fees for lower-credit borrowers. The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) opposes the fee increase. NAR has voiced opposition and is participating in ongoing discussions toward a solution with industry partners and the Hill. NAR’s position remains that Government-Sponsored Enterprises (GSE) such as Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac can lower fees for lower credit borrowers without raising fees on higher credit borrowers. Here is a Washington Report which explains NAR’s position in further detail.

FOREWARN LIVE WEBINARS

& TRAININGS


We invite you to explore FOREWARN'S 2023 schedule of live webinars and trainings. Join in for a demonstration on how to best utilize FOREWARN, share insider tips and tricks, and participate in live Q&A sessions.

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MEMBER BENEFIT:


Receive 10% off your first order of REALTOR®-logo branded products, including lapel pins, apparel, garments and more, including ‘That’s Who We R’ merchandise.


Plus, custom branding services are available. Display your name, logo, brokerage and more to keep you top of mind with clients.

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